The Project Support Department (PSD) provides essential, institute-wide support to researchers, enabling them to focus on scientific work while PSD manages the administrative, strategic, and operational aspects of projects. The department serves as a hub for expert advice on research funding and as a backbone for project management across the Institute, ensuring all projects are efficiently developed, implemented, and successfully managed.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Funding and Grant Support

Identifies suitable funding opportunities (Czech, European, and international), advises on proposal strategy, and assists with preparation, budgeting, and submission of applications.

• Project Administration and Compliance

Oversees the full project lifecycle, including post-award administration, reporting, financial control, documentation, assisting with audits, and adherence to institutional, ethical and regulatory requirements.

• Research Team Coordination

Supports principal investigators with staffing, onboarding, training, and day-to-day project coordination.

• Scientific Events and Meetings Support

Organizes internal and public-facing workshops, conferences, and other research-related events, ensuring smooth execution and logistical management.

• Operational Support

Provides practical and logistical assistance for fieldwork, travel arrangements, and other research-related operations.

Experience and Funding Types
PSD has extensive experience managing projects funded by national, European, and international programs. The department’s expertise spans a wide range of grant schemes, including research, innovation and infrastructure initiatives.

Contact
General inquiries: grants@eu.cas.cz